How to CIT
True or False
I can be alone with a camper
False
Name a form of self-care.
drawing, coloring, face mask, bathing, exercising, playing with pets, surrounding yourself with positive people, etc.
True or False
I need to be with my partner all of the time to know it's healthy and for them to know I love them.
False
Perform the banana cheer!
Bananas of the world UNITE
Peel Bananas
Eat Bananas
GO BANANAS
How many legs does cat have
2
What does CIT stand for?
Counselor In Training
True or False
Someone can experience a mental health challenge without having a mental illness.
True
True or False
There is much more to a relationship than what you see on social media.
True
How many verses are there to "Little Red Wagon"?
Four
Name the director of the camp you will be a CIT at.
Camp Meadowlands - Nate
Sports - Kazeem
MTC - Cat and Alexis
Quest - Nicole
Journey - John
Odyessy - James
Kiddie Camo - Jen and Andrea
What do you have to wear to camp?
Every day I must wear my grey CIT shirt and appropriate pants/shorts.
Appropriate = finger-tip length, no excessive rips, comfortable/movable, etc.
Provide an example of information for a friend (not advice).
"There are people who are available to help you."
Name three signs of a healthy relationship.
Equality
Loyalty
Honesty
Taking Responsibility
Independence
Comfortable Pace
Compassion
Respect
Trust
Communication
When is an appropriate time to sing camp songs with the campers?
Free time, when a head counselor says it's okay, transitions, beginning, and end of the camp day, on the bus, etc.
If you are having an issue with a camper or staff, who do you go to?
Reach out to the director of that camp. Explain the situation. If need be, the director will reach out the Cat or Alexis.
Name the four pillars of the Y.
Caring
Responsibility
Respect
Honesty
If you or a friend is struggling, who can you turn to for help?
Pediatrician, teacher, parent, guidance counselor, social worker, etc.
Name three signs of an unhealthy relationship.
Intensity
Jealousy
Manipulation
Isolation
Sabotage
Belittling
Guilting
Violating
Deflecting Responsibilities
Betrayal
When is it NOT appropriate to sing camp songs?
During an organized game, when a counselor is speaking, when it's quiet for a specific reason, etc.
How many camps (travel and stay) does the Meadowlands Y have?
BONUS: Name them all!
10!!
Kiddie Camp
Camp Meadowlands
Brainiac Academy
All Sports Camp
Basketball Camp
Musical Theatre Camp
Quest
Journey
Trailblazers
Odyssey
How often should you be counting the campers in your group?
Every 20 minutes and don't forget to count yourself!
Confirm with the counselors that you all have the same number.
What does the 'G' in ALGEE stand for?
Give reassurance and information
What kinds of relationships might present unhealthy behaviors?
Friends, homosexual, heterosexual, peers, etc.
What is Cat's favorite camp song?
SHE LOVES THEM ALL
(but I particularly love "Iggle Wiggle")
Who is the CEO of the Meadowlands Area YMCA
Mr. David Kissleback